§ Mr. J. H. Osbornasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what progress is being made with the development of the advanced high-speed passenger train; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. PeytonThe construction of an advanced projects laboratory has been completed and the testing of certain important components of the train has started. The building of an experimental train of two power cars and two trailer146W cars is well advanced; this train should be ready for testing by the middle of next year.